Fire Safety Jobs

Career Opportunities with Metro Safety & Fire, Inc

We are an employee owned company and have been in business for over 30 years. We are well-respected in the industry and are constantly trying to raise not only our standards, but the standards of our competitors.

We invite you to discover more about Metro Safety & Fire, Inc and to consider joining us.

Our Core Values:
Work with integrity and honesty
Protect our customer’s life & property
Provide knowledgeable solutions
Lead the industry through education and awareness
Create partnerships with our clients

Our Commitment: Together, we will make it right.

Benefits

We take care of our own…

Metro Safety & Fire, Inc offers short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as medical health insurance coverage, including chiropractic and vision care. We also look out for your future through a 401(k) retirement plan which includes an employer match program. If you are interested in increasing your skills and knowledge base, Metro also provides employer paid training and education reimbursement programs!

Paid time off…

We understand that just because you get to spend the holidays out of the office, doesn’t mean your bills are taking a holiday. That’s why Metro offers paid federal holidays. Additionally, you’ll be working up paid vacation time accrued throughout the year for those times when you’d like to get some time away. And there’s something just a bit disheartening about having to spend your birthday at the office, which is why – after a year with the company – your birthdays are on us!

Available Positions

Sprinkler System Installer – Fire Division

Sprinkler System Installer – Fire Division

Preference Given: To currently licensed journeyman or minimum NICET II certification with relevant experience in the fire sprinkler install/repair industry; current (or able to acquire) Portland…

Supervisor: Sprinkler Division Manager

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm generally. There may be some overtime or weekend work as authorized by Manager.

Job Specific Employment Requirements: Maintain physical ability to walk, climb, crawl, and work overhead or in vaults all day. Maintain ability to lift +50 lb repetitively. Maintain a valid driver license in Oregon or Washington with an insurable driving record and safe driver skill. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, dexterity and coordination. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving aptitude. Must have own hand tools and a true desire for a career in life safety industry.

Required Experience: 5 years in the sprinkler industry as an apprentice or journeyman.

Sprinkler Installers are required to acquire and to maintain certifications and/or licenses as required performing installation and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems in business, institutional and residential occupancies. They are required to know the current fire code for the various jurisdictions they are working in and be comfortable working with NFPA 25, 13, 13R standards. Installers will demonstrate knowledge of applicable fire codes and life safety standards for the occupancy, the equipment, and clients served. Sprinkler Installer can accurately read blueprints and prepare take-off lists.

Fire Sprinkler Technicians are required to acquire and to maintain certifications and/or licenses as required performing maintenance and repair of fire sprinkler systems and related accessory equipment. They are required to know the current fire code for the various jurisdictions they are working in and be comfortable working with NFPA 25, 13, 13R standards. Fire Sprinkler Techs will demonstrate knowledge of applicable fire codes and life safety standards for the occupancy, the equipment, and clients served.

Description: Pre-engineered suppression systems are installed in commercial, industrial, and institutional occupancies to provide fire suppression coverage for a special hazard. Installers must be trained and certified. Training and certification will be provided on the job.

General Position Requirements: Maintain physical ability to walk, climb, crawl, and work overhead all day. Maintain ability to lift +50 lb repetitively. Maintain a valid driver license in Oregon or Washington with an insurable driving record and safe driver skill. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, dexterity and coordination. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving aptitude.

Suppression Installers are required to acquire and to maintain certifications and/or licenses as required performing installation and maintenance of pre-engineered suppression systems. The Installer will complete training through equipment manufacturers to become authorized to install new fire suppression. They are required to know the current fire code for the various jurisdictions they are working in and be comfortable working with NFPA 17, 17A, 96 standards. Installers will demonstrate knowledge of applicable fire codes and life safety standards for the occupancy, the equipment, and clients served.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm – flex scheduling is required to accommodate client service schedules.
Some overtime or weekend work as authorized by Manager

General Position Requirements: Field Service Technicians are required to acquire and to maintain certifications and/or licenses as required performing maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and pre-engineered suppression systems. They are required to know the current fire code for the jurisdictions they are working in and be comfortable with NFPA 10, 17, 17A, 96 standards. Service technicians work closely with Metro’s clients and become knowledgeable about the buildings they are helping to protect. They will become proficient in the scheduling, invoicing and reporting processes used by Metro. Field service personnel are required to demonstrate a solid work ethic and the discipline to set priorities and execute assignments in an efficient manner. He must be confident in his communication with clients and demonstrate strong problem solving skills.

Job Specific Tasks:

Perform required maintenance/test/repair of portable fire extinguishers at the client’s location or at Metro’s shop as assigned.

Perform survey and quote to existing and potential customers for upgrades to equipment to comply with changes in the fire codes.

Solicit new customers for recurring services.

Conduct training on fire equipment.

Work cooperatively with the authorities having jurisdiction on the client’s behalf.

Represent Metro at professional meetings when requested.

Maintain assigned company vehicle and equipment.

Perform other tasks as requested by Division Manager or General Manager.

Fire Alarm Service Technician

Fire Alarm Service Technician

Service technicians work closely with their clients and become very knowledgeable about the buildings that they are helping to protect; Perform inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm panels…

Supervisor: Fire Alarm Division Manager

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm minimum
Some overtime or weekend work as authorized by Manager

Minimum Employment Eligibility Requirements: Oregon or Washington Limited Energy Technician Class A License and/or NICET Level 2 Test and Inspection of Fire Alarm Systems Certificate; college level reading comprehension and math skills. Minimum age – 21 years. Physical ability – this position can not accommodate physical limitations as it requires walking, climbing, crawling, driving, lifting, and repetitive overhead work. A valid license in Oregon or Washington with a good driving record (will be checked) is required. Must pass pre-employment background check.

General Position Requirements: Has a detailed familiarity with the tools and testing equipment used to perform required maintenance testing and inspection of fire alarm systems of all types and sizes with confidence. Has a working knowledge of applicable fire codes and life safety standards for the equipment they service and the clients they work for. Service technicians work closely with their clients and become very knowledgeable about the buildings that they are helping to protect. Able to acclimate quickly to the scheduling, invoicing and reporting processes used by Metro. Must possess a solid work ethic and the discipline to set priorities and execute assignments in a time efficient manner. Must have solid communication skills to interact with clients, authorities and team members. Must have strong troubleshooting/problem solving skills and attitude.

Job Specific Tasks:

Perform inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm panels and devices per manufacturer specifications and applicable fire codes.

Use troubleshooting skills to trace system problems and document deficiencies.

Accurately document fire/life safety devices on service records.

Meet monthly revenue and productivity goals.

Work cooperatively with authorities having jurisdiction.

Conduct training for the proper use of installed fire equipment.

Meet with potential clients to provide surveys and quotes for service.

General Position Requirements: Metro Safety & Fire, Inc is looking for an energetic, self-sufficient and detail oriented person to learn the fire alarm trade. Must possess a valid driver license and clean driving record; pass a criminal background and drug test; be able to lift, carry, crawl, climb all day. High school graduate or equivalent, strong math and reading a must. Requires a mechanical aptitude and analytical thinking.

We offer a stable and friendly work environment, competitive wages and good benefits. Candidate must complete our employment orientation period of 120 days before enrolling in the apprentice program. We offer a paid apprenticeship tuition program. Entry level wage is dependent on knowledge and experience to date. No knowledge, no experience = 50% of the journey wage, and your wage increases as you advance in the program.

Do not call the office. For more information and to submit your resume and cover letter email to brenda@metrosafetyandfire.com and reference “Alarm Trainee” in the subject line. Please include references with good contact information and a description of your strengths and skills.

Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician - Entry Level

Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician – Entry Level

Perform inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm panels and devise per manufacturer specifications and applicable fire codes; Use troubleshooting skills to trace system problems and document…

Supervisor: Fire Alarm Division Manager

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm minimum
Some overtime or weekend work as authorized by Manager

Minimum Employment Eligibility Requirements: Solid reading comprehension and math skills. Minimum age – 21 years. Physical ability – this position can not accommodate physical limitations as it requires walking, climbing, crawling, driving, lifting, and repetitive overhead work. A valid driver license in Oregon or Washington with a good driving record (will be checked) is required. Must pass pre-employment background check.

General Position Requirements: Has ability to acclimate quickly to the scheduling, invoicing and reporting processes used by Metro. Must possess a solid work ethic and the discipline to set priorities and execute assignments in a time efficient manner. Must have solid communication skills to interact with clients, authorities and team members. Must have strong troubleshooting/problem solving skills and attitude.

Job Specific Tasks:

Perform inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm panels and devices per manufacturer specifications and applicable fire codes.

Use troubleshooting skills to trace system problems and document deficiencies.

Accurately document fire/life safety devices on service records.

Meet monthly revenue and productivity goals.

Work cooperatively with authorities having jurisdiction.

Represent the company at professional meetings when requested.

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

If there aren’t any positions available in your field or you feel that you have something significant to bring to our team, please feel free to get in touch with us! We’d love to hear from you!